Position Summary
Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager / Project Engineer with a strong background in earth retention systems (ERS), piling, drilling, and deep foundation construction. This individual will play a key role in both project execution and technical support across heavy civil, marine, bridge, and foundation projects.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on field and project management experience within deep foundations, geotechnical construction, or heavy civil environments, along with the ability to coordinate engineering implementation, schedules, subcontractors, and project operations.
This is a blended role combining project management responsibilities with technical engineering and field coordination support.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
Manage multiple construction projects involving ERS, piling, drilling, marine, and heavy civil foundation work.
Coordinate project schedules, manpower, materials, equipment, and overall job strategies.
Prepare and organize project kickoff documentation including:
Job information packets
Project budgets
Subcontracts
Material purchase orders
Vendor/subcontractor insurance and waiver logs
Project schedules
Submittals and tracking logs
Lien notice documentation
Conduct regular jobsite visits and coordinate with field supervisors.
Assist field teams with:
RFIs
Scope change documentation and pricing
Quantity verification
Subcontractor pay estimates
Project billings and cost tracking
Project Engineering / Technical Support
Support ERS, piling, drilling, marine, and foundation projects from preconstruction through execution.
Assist with CAD coordination and preparation of schematic/in-house drawings.
Review fabrication drawings and assist with field implementation.
Evaluate geotechnical reports and soil borings for foundation and earth retention applications.
Analyze soil conditions and constructability for driven piles, drilled foundations, and ERS systems.
Support implementation of design drawings during construction phases.
Assist with:
Load test procedures and analysis
Tie-back review, lock-off, and proof testing
ACIP pile review and redesign coordination
H-pile VE alternatives and VECP proposals
Earth retention system evaluations and value engineering efforts
Collaborate with internal teams and third-party engineers on technical solutions and constructability reviews.
Participate in estimating and bidding support as needed.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience preferred; 10+ years strongly desired.
Experience in:
Piling
Drilling
ACIP foundations
Earth Retention Systems (ERS)
Deep foundations
Heavy civil construction
Bridge and marine construction experience is highly preferred.
Strong understanding of geotechnical and foundation construction practices.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, geotechnical reports, and technical specifications.
Experience coordinating field operations, subcontractors, and project documentation.
Practical field-oriented engineering and construction knowledge preferred over pure design-only experience.
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
Location: Trenton, MI 48183
Base Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per year (based on experience)
What Our Client Offers
Competitive compensation aligned with experience
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
Stable, long-term employment with a reputable contractor
Collaborative and team-driven work environment
Comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Equal Opportunity Statement
Our client is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.